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amulet

/ˈæm.jə.lɪt/

Meanings
  • noun

    An object, often in the shape of a small figurine or gem, worn for protection or as a charm believed to have magical powers.


Rhymes
Words rhyming with amulet
mulete,ulete,culete,pulete,fulete,rulete,mule,duel,cue,queue,rue,blew,blue,new,you,me,we,he,she,che,pe,le,je,se,ne,be,te,ve,de,re,se,fe,lea,gree,tree,key,see,lee,bee,cee,mee,cheese,free,tree,weasel,peasel,leasel,feast,beast,pest,west,quest,rest,test,best,nest,fest,jest,jest,pest,vexed,nexed,complexed,perplexed,inflexed,flexed
Variants
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amulet , amulets
Etymology
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From Old French amulete, from amuler ‘to protect, defend’, from amu ‘friend’ + -let ‘little’.


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  1. The ancient Egyptians were famous for using amulets as a form of protection and to ward off evil.

  2. Some cultures believe that the effectiveness of an amulet depends on its being a gift.

  3. The word 'amulet' comes from the Old French word 'amulete', which means 'little protector'.


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  1. Talisman: A talisman is a similar object believed to have magical or supernatural powers. The terms 'amulet' and 'talisman' are often used interchangeably, but some people distinguish between them based on their specific functions or origins.

  2. Charms: Charms are objects, words, or actions believed to bring good luck or protection. Amulets are one type of charm, but there are many others, including lucky charms, protective charms, and love charms.


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Amulets have been used throughout history for various purposes, including protection against illness, evil, or harm, and to bring good fortune or success. They are often worn as jewelry and can be made of a variety of materials, including stones, metals, and bones.

How to Memorize "amulet"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize an amulet, imagine a small, intricately designed object that you can hold in your hand. It might be made of metal or stone, and it might have symbols or images etched into its surface. Visualize the way it feels in your hand, the weight and texture, and the way it glints in the light.

  2. associate

    - To memorize the word 'amulet', associate it with the idea of protection or good luck. Think of a time when you felt particularly safe or fortunate, and imagine yourself wearing an amulet to enhance those feelings.

  3. mnemonics

    - To remember the definition of an amulet, use the acronym 'A Magical Utility for Luck and Empowerment'. This will help you remember that an amulet is an object believed to have magical powers and used for protection and good fortune.


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